Looking for a quick and easy way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite desserts? Look no further than this Homemade Whipped Cream recipe! Made with just three simple ingredients - cold heavy cream, powdered or granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract - this recipe produces a light, airy whipped cream perfect for topping pies, cakes, and more.
With just a few minutes of prep time, you'll have a delicious homemade whipped cream that's sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your mixing bowl and get ready to whip up something sweet! For more flavored whipped cream recipes, check out this Cherry Whipped Cream, Hennessy Whipped Cream, and Spiced Whipped Cream.
How to Make Homemade Whipped Cream
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
If you have the time, place the mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for approximately 15 minutes. This step is crucial to prevent the fat in the cream from melting, which will ultimately allow for better incorporation of air. Once chilled, put the cold cream into the prepared, chilled bowl of a mixer. Commence the mixing process at a low speed to avoid splattering.
Gradually increase the speed to achieve a medium peak consistency, a process usually taking about 2 minutes. At this point, introduce the vanilla extract and sugar into the mixture. Next, increase the speed to high and continue whipping the cream until stiff peaks form, typically requiring an additional 1 to 2 minutes. You'll know you've reached this stage when the cream maintains its shape without collapsing or bending over upon lifting the beaters. It's crucial not to overwhip the cream, as excessive whipping can lead it to transform into butter.
Camila's helpful tip: For an alternative method, you can prepare this whipped cream manually. Here's how: Whisk the cream over an ice water bath to medium peak. Add sugar and vanilla and continue to whip until stiff peak.
📖 Recipe
Easy Homemade Whipped Cream
Tools
- Electric Mixer or Hand Mixer
- Dry Measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 8 oz (230 ml) cold heavy cream
- 1 oz (30 g) powdered sugar or granulated sugar
- 5 ml (1 teaspoon) pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- If you have the time, place the mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for approximately 15 minutes. This step is crucial to prevent the fat in the cream from melting, which will ultimately allow for better incorporation of air. Once chilled, put the cold cream into the prepared, chilled bowl of a mixer. Commence the mixing process at a low speed to avoid splattering.
- Gradually increase the speed to achieve a medium peak consistency, a process usually taking about 2 minutes. At this point, introduce the vanilla extract and sugar into the mixture. Next, increase the speed to high and continue whipping the cream until stiff peaks form, typically requiring an additional 1 to 2 minutes. You'll know you've reached this stage when the cream maintains its shape without collapsing or bending over upon lifting the beaters. It's crucial not to overwhip the cream, as excessive whipping can lead it to transform into butter.
Camila's helpful tip:
- For an alternative method, you can prepare this whipped cream manually. Here's how: Whisk the cream over an ice water bath to medium peak. Add sugar and vanilla and continue to whip until stiff peak.
Notes
Place the container in the refrigerator.
The whipped cream will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 👀👉Note: After a few hours in the refrigerator, the whipped cream may lose some of its fluffiness and start to deflate, but it should still be okay to eat. If you want to re-fluff the whipped cream, simply re-whip it with an electric mixer for a few seconds until it reaches the desired consistency. Avoid freezing whipped cream, as this can cause it to separate and lose its texture. How to Make Ahead If you want to make whipped cream ahead of time, here are some steps you can follow: Whip the cream to the desired consistency, following the recipe instructions.
Once the whipped cream has reached the desired texture, cover the mixing bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
Place the bowl in the refrigerator and store the whipped cream for up to 24 hours.
Before serving, give the whipped cream a quick whisk with an electric mixer to fluff it up again. Note: While you can make whipped cream ahead of time, it's best to store it for no more than 24 hours, as it can lose its texture and freshness over time. It's also a good idea to store the whipped cream in the back of the refrigerator, as it is the coldest part of the fridge and will help keep the whipped cream fresh for longer. How to Freeze I would not recommend freezing whipped cream, as it can cause it to separate and lose its texture. When whipped cream is frozen, the water in the cream will form ice crystals, which can disrupt the structure of the whipped cream and cause it to become watery and grainy when it thaws. If you need to store whipped cream for a longer period of time, it's best to keep it in the refrigerator and consume it within a few days. If you have leftover whipped cream that you won't be able to use in time, you can try incorporating it into other desserts, such as ice cream or mousse. This will help prevent waste and ensure you get the most out of your whipped cream.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
